50 Things to do this weekend in Connecticut, May 9-11

There are plenty of ways to treat mom this Mother's Day. Check out where she can get Mother's Day specials and where you can bring her out to eat or get her a gift. There are also a ton of fun activities in store for the rest of the weekend. Here are 50 ways to spend your days off.

The Salute 2014 Gala to benefit Homes for the Brave
will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at the Saint Ann Club, Norwalk. Homes for the Brave provides safe housing, vocational training and job placement, mental health and addiction services, and life skills coaching to help individuals, especially Veterans. Find out more. less

The Salute 2014 Gala to benefit Homes for the Brave will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at the Saint Ann Club, Norwalk. Homes for the Brave provides safe housing, vocational training and job placement, mental ... more

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Rob Thomas at Mohegan Sun

The former lead singer of the band Matchbox 20, who has established a solo career, is putting on an intimate show Friday at Mohegan Sun. Find out more.

The former lead singer of the band Matchbox 20, who has established a solo career, is putting on an intimate show Friday at Mohegan Sun. Find out more.

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'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' in Fairfield

The Prep Players of Fairfield College Preparatory School will perform a theatrical version of Charles Dickens' unfinished "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," at 8 p.m. Friday at the Quick Center for the Arts on the Fairfield University campus. Find out more. less

The Prep Players of Fairfield College Preparatory School will perform a theatrical version of Charles Dickens' unfinished "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," at 8 p.m. Friday at the Quick Center for the Arts on the ... more

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'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' in Fairfield

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'Palo Alto' opens

Based on James Franco's book, "Palo Alto" starring James Franco and Emma Roberts tells the stories of teen struggles. The film opens Friday. Watch the trailer

Based on James Franco's book, "Palo Alto" starring James Franco and Emma Roberts tells the stories of teen struggles. The film opens Friday.
Watch the trailer

This Friday, from 7:30-9:30 pm, the Westport Weston Family Y will have awimming, basketball, ping pong, BINGO with prizes, karaoke and board games for teens. Teen Nights at the Westport Weston Family Y are for all local students in grades 6-8. Find out more. less

This Friday, from 7:30-9:30 pm, the Westport Weston Family Y will have awimming, basketball, ping pong, BINGO with prizes, karaoke and board games for teens. Teen Nights at the Westport Weston Family Y are for ... more

The Spring Concert on Friday and Saturday is an evening of dance featuring dance students ages 5 to 18. Young, disciplined students showcase their training through choreographed pieces in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, improvisation, musical theater and tap. Find out more. less

The Spring Concert on Friday and Saturday is an evening of dance featuring dance students ages 5 to 18. Young, disciplined students showcase their training through choreographed pieces in ballet, pointe, ... more

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'Inside Llewyn Davis' in Darien

The Friday Night feature at the Darien Library is 'Inside Llewyn Davis" starring Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, and Justin Timberlake. The show stats at 6:30. Find out more.

Marie Bostwick, who lives in Litchfield County, will bring her "Quiltapalooza Book Bash Road Show" to The Hickory Stick Bookshop in Washington Depot on Friday. A New York Times bestselling author, she is celebrating the release of her sixth Cobbled Court novel, "Apart at the Seams." Find out more. less

Marie Bostwick, who lives in Litchfield County, will bring her "Quiltapalooza Book Bash Road Show" to The Hickory Stick Bookshop in Washington Depot on Friday. A New York Times bestselling author, she is ... more

Sculptor Emilie Brzezinski will visit New Canaan Library to introduce her recently released book, "The Lure of the Forest" on Saturday.
Brzezinski's daughter, Mika Brzezinski, the co-host of MSNBC's "Morning Joe," will appear with her. Find out more. less

Sculptor Emilie Brzezinski will visit New Canaan Library to introduce her recently released book, "The Lure of the Forest" on Saturday. Brzezinski's daughter, Mika Brzezinski, the co-host of MSNBC's "Morning ... more

The Fairfield County Chorale will join forces with the Westchester County Choral Society for a large production featuring 160 voices and orchestra on Saturday in Norwalk. Find out more.

The Fairfield County Chorale will join forces with the Westchester County Choral Society for a large production featuring 160 voices and orchestra on Saturday in Norwalk. Find out more.

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Fairfield County Chorale in Norwalk

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Bellarmine Museum of Art opens its doors

The Bellarmine Museum of Art at Fairfield University will be open Saturday afternoon so that the public may view its spectacular new show featuring Murano art glass from Italy. Special children's programs will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m. Find out more. less

The Bellarmine Museum of Art at Fairfield University will be open Saturday afternoon so that the public may view its spectacular new show featuring Murano art glass from Italy. Special children's programs will ... more

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'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris' in Darien

Peter Green of Port Chester, N.Y., is directing and performing in the new production "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris" in Darien. The musical runs through Saturday. Find out more.

Peter Green of Port Chester, N.Y., is directing and performing in the new production "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris" in Darien. The musical runs through Saturday. Find out more.

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IMAGES 2014 gala in Fairfield

The Fairfield Museum and History Center announces the sixth annual IMAGES 2014 photography competition, which celebrates the exceptional work of talented regional photographers.A preview gala is being held Saturday. Find out more. less

The Fairfield Museum and History Center announces the sixth annual IMAGES 2014 photography competition, which celebrates the exceptional work of talented regional photographers.A preview gala is being held ... more

Komen's 2014 Race for the Cure Fairfield County run to benefit breast cancer research is this Satuday in Norwalk. Find out more.

Komen's 2014 Race for the Cure Fairfield County run to benefit breast cancer research is this Satuday in Norwalk. Find out more.

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'Island of Lemurs' in IMAX

"Island of Lemurs: Madagascar" takes moviegoers to the Ranomafana National Park, a 160 square mile wildlife preserve on the island, the only place in the world where lemurs can be found. Catch a showing of the film at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. Click here for showtimes. less

"Island of Lemurs: Madagascar" takes moviegoers to the Ranomafana National Park, a 160 square mile wildlife preserve on the island, the only place in the world where lemurs can be found. Catch a showing of the ... more

he 40-minute film takes viewers around the world to great-white hotspots and examines what we know about these incredible animals through the eyes of several people whose lives and work have become inextricably linked to the great white, including shark expert Michael Rutzen, who openly scuba dives among them. Catch a showing of the film at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. Click here for showtimes. less

he 40-minute film takes viewers around the world to great-white hotspots and examines what we know about these incredible animals through the eyes of several people whose lives and work have become inextricably ... more

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'Castles in the Sand' in Westport

Westport's annual Castles in the Sand sculpture competition sponsored by Homes With Hope is Saturday at Compo Beach. Find out more.

Westport's annual Castles in the Sand sculpture competition sponsored by Homes With Hope is Saturday at Compo Beach. Find out more.

The Greenwich Police are asking you to take your car for a spring cleaning this Saturday or Sunday at the Splash Car Wash, 625 West Putnam Ave. Money will be used to send the Greenwich Police Explorers to a conference. Find out more. less

The Greenwich Police are asking you to take your car for a spring cleaning this Saturday or Sunday at the Splash Car Wash, 625 West Putnam Ave. Money will be used to send the Greenwich Police Explorers to a ... more

The 65th annual May Fair at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in New... Photo-6254911.85278 - Connecticut Post

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May Fair at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in New Canaan

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Stamford plant sales

Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens will offer its spring plant sale from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday at 151 Brookdale Road. This year’s sale will include native trees, shrubs and plants. Proceeds from the sale will help support scholarships for the arboretum’s educational programs. Find out more.

The Shippan Point Garden Club will be holding its 88th annual May Market
plant and tag sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1200 Shippan Ave.
There will be 100’s of perennials, annuals, herbs, herb baskets and
hanging baskets avaialble. The sale will also include a tag and jewelry
sale. The sale is the club’s sole fundraiser to help them provide
community service and scholarship programs. Find out more. less

Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens will offer its spring plant sale from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday at 151 Brookdale Road. This year’s sale will include native trees, shrubs and plants. Proceeds from the sale ... more

The Glenbrook Neighborhood Association welcomes volunteers to help with the spring cleanup on Saturday from 9 a.m to noon at the Glenbrook train station parking lot on the Crescent Street side. A dumpster and shredder will be on site will available to all. Everyone is encouraged to bring unwanted items for the neighborhood swap. Find out more. less

The Glenbrook Neighborhood Association welcomes volunteers to help with the spring cleanup on Saturday from 9 a.m to noon at the Glenbrook train station parking lot on the Crescent Street side. A dumpster and ... more

Mother’s Day Sunday is “Bring Your Mom for Free Day” at Westport
Country Playhouse. There will be pre-show goodie bags from Saugatuck
Sweets for the first 100 mothers and a pre-show Champagne Toast for all.
Find out more. less

Mother’s Day Sunday is “Bring Your Mom for Free Day” at Westport Country Playhouse. There will be pre-show goodie bags from Saugatuck Sweets for the first 100 mothers and a pre-show Champagne Toast ... more

Jonathan Yates and the Norwalk Youth Symphony, along with several other conductors will present the group's annual Mother's Day concert on Sunday at the Norwalk Concert Hall in Norwalk. The Mother's Day Concert marks the end of the Norwalk Youth Symphony's 2013-14 concert season. Find out more. less

Jonathan Yates and the Norwalk Youth Symphony, along with several other conductors will present the group's annual Mother's Day concert on Sunday at the Norwalk Concert Hall in Norwalk. The Mother's Day Concert ... more

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'Born to be Wild' in IMAX

This little elephant, Eve, featured in the IMAX¨ film Born to be Wild 3D, is the first wild-born calf of Emily, an elephant that was rescued and rehabilitated by Dame Daphne Sheldrick 17 years ago. Catch a showing of the film at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. Click here for showtimes. less

This little elephant, Eve, featured in the IMAX¨ film Born to be Wild 3D, is the first wild-born calf of Emily, an elephant that was rescued and rehabilitated by Dame Daphne Sheldrick 17 years ago. Catch a ... more

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Art exhibit in New Milford

"Dandelions and Apple Blossoms" by Thomas Adkins is among paintings on view in a new exhibit running through June 17 at the Gregory James Gallery in New Milford. Find out more.

"Dandelions and Apple Blossoms" by Thomas Adkins is among paintings on view in a new exhibit running through June 17 at the Gregory James Gallery in New Milford. Find out more.

The Westport Country Playhouse has opened its 2014 season with Noel Coward's "A Song at Twilight," featuring (from left) Gordana Rashovich, Nicholas Carriere and Brian Murray. The play runs through May 17. Find out more. less

The Westport Country Playhouse has opened its 2014 season with Noel Coward's "A Song at Twilight," featuring (from left) Gordana Rashovich, Nicholas Carriere and Brian Murray. The play runs through May 17. ... more

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